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Grand River Conservation Authority issues Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has shared the following Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety:

The current weather system crossing the watershed has brought above freezing temperatures and will bring approximately 15 to 20 mm of rain during the early hours of Friday, January 26, 2024. This will result in increased river flows throughout the Grand River watershed due to runoff generated by potential snow melt and rainfall.

No significant flooding is expected with this event....

Grand River Street North Construction Update - January 25

Please note the road closure on Grand River Street North between Scott Avenue and Hartley Avenue has been extended until approximately March 1. This extension is due to weather and sequencing of works on site. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

Work Performed by: Regional Sewer and Watermain Ltd for County of Brant

Reason: Trunk Sewer and Watermain Replacement

Notes:

• No through traffic, no local traffic, no emergency access
• The intersection of Grand River Street North and Woodslee Avenue will be...

Children's Drop-in Program Cancelled

Please note, the drop-in Multi-Sport program at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is cancelled tonight, January 25, 2024. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice - January 23, 2024

It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm today. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection tonight.

If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Should you...

The County of Brant is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the Zoning By-law

The County of Brant is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the Zoning By-law.

Section 34 of the Planning  Act allows a municipality to create a Zoning By-Law, like the one in the County of Brant (By-Law 61-16). This by-law helps put the goals of the Official Plan into action. The purpose of making technical and housekeeping changes to the Zoning By-Law is to improve its relevance, fix small issues, and ensure it aligns with the Official Plan and provincial policies. Regular updates maintain a...

Grand River Street North – Trunk Sewer and Watermain Replacement - Update Jan 22-26

Location: Grand River Street North between Scott Avenue and Hartley Avenue

Work Commencing: Monday January 22 to Friday January 26 2024

Work Performed by: Regional Sewer and Watermain Ltd for County of Brant

Reason: Trunk Sewer and Watermain Replacement

Note:

• No through traffic, no local traffic, no emergency access
• The intersection of Grand River Street North and Woodslee Avenue will be closed
• Traffic detour: Watts Pond Road, Robbins Ridge, Hartley Avenue, Oak Avenue and Scott Avenue
• The intersection of...

Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice -January 16, 2024

It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm today. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection tonight.

If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm tonight, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Extreme Cold Weather Alert

An Extreme Cold Warning is in effect for the County of Brant today, January 16, into tomorrow morning.

Extreme cold warnings are issued when very cold temperatures or wind chill creates an elevated risk to health such as frost bite and hypothermia. Cover up. Frostbite can develop within minutes on exposed skin, especially with wind chill. 

Risks are greater for young children, older adults, people with chronic illnesses, people working or exercising outdoors, and those without proper shelter.

Keep...

Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice - January 15, 2024

It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up today.

If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm tonight, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact County of Brant office at 519.44BRANT...

Brant County Health Unit Cancels Cold Weather Alert

Update January 17, 2024:

This Cold Weather Alert has been cancelled. Visit the Brant County Health Unit's website for updates.

For more information on winter resources in the County of Brant visit our Winter Maintenance Page. 

January 15, 2024:

A Cold Weather Alert is in effect for the County of Brant beginning January 15, 2024.

The Medical Officer of Health for the Brant County Health Unit issues a cold alert when temperatures are expected to drop below -15C, without wind chill.

This warning remains in...